Boarding Staff at Carmel Holistic Veterinary Clinic (2022-03 – 2024-03)
- Assisted veterinarians and technicians during examinations, diagnostic procedures, vaccinations, and treatments for canine and feline patients.
- Safely restrained patients for blood collection, radiographs, nail trims, injections, and physical examinations.
- Administered prescribed medications and monitored boarding patients for changes in behavior and health status.
- Prepared laboratory samples including urine and fecal specimens for diagnostic testing.
- Filled prescriptions and maintained accurate medical records while ensuring attention to detail.
- Educated clients on medications, post-treatment care, and preventive health recommendations under veterinary supervision.
- Maintained clean exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment while following hospital sanitation and safety protocols.
- Helped coordinate daily patient flow to support an efficient, high-quality clinical environment.
Lifeguard/Head Lifeguard at Aquatics, UC Davis (2025-06 – Present)
- Ensure patron safety by enforcing aquatic facility policies and responding to emergencies.
- Supervise daily pool operations while providing exceptional customer service.
- Lead Junior Lifeguard Camp sessions, teaching water safety and lifesaving skills to participants ages 12–14.
- Coordinate activities and mentor younger participants in a safe, engaging learning environment.
- Support aquatics staff to maintain efficient facility operations throughout each shift.
Undergraduate Research Intern at Hess Lab, UC Davis (2025-07 – Present)
- Assist with microbiology research investigating methane emissions within the rumen microbiome of dairy cattle.
- Support graduate researchers with laboratory experiments, sample preparation, and in vitro procedures.
- Collect rumen fluid samples by safely handling dairy cattle during research procedures.
- Contribute to ongoing research focused on improving livestock sustainability through microbiome analysis.
Animal Husbandry Intern at Safari West (2024-06 – 2024-08)
- Provided daily husbandry for a diverse collection of African hoofstock, birds, reptiles, and carnivores.
- Prepared species-specific diets and maintained animal enclosures to support optimal health and welfare.
- Assisted veterinary staff during medical procedures and sedations.
- Designed and implemented enrichment and desensitization protocols for Red River Hogs to encourage voluntary participation in standing blood draw training.
- Collaborated with veterinary and animal care teams to monitor animal health and welfare.
Undergraduate Research Author at Hartnell College (2023-10 – 2023-12)
- Conducted genomic analysis comparing Rhodochorton tenue and Rhodochorton purpureum to support species differentiation.
- Collaborated with classmates to analyze DNA sequencing data and prepare a scientific manuscript.
- Co-authored a publication accepted by Microbiology Resource Announcements.
